break in

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In the days after the break-in, Celestial Collectibles saw nearby trading card shops donating stock and even children bringing in their own card collections to donate.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Bishop believes the break-in occurred in the early hours of April 10.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

A source close to Combs told The Times that this was the second recent break-in attempt at the property.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Police said the first blast occurred after a police car arrived at the scene of the reported break-in at a shop in the city centre.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

She always figured that if there was any kind of trouble, any kind of break-in, either she or Molly would catch it.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny